Hairy-saddled Colletes vs Blue Mormon
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hairy-saddled Colletes | Blue Mormon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colletes succinctus | Papilio polymnestor |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Colletidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 10-13 mm | 120-150 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | South Asia (India, Sri Lanka) |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Hairy-saddled Colletes
A late-summer plasterer bee that is a specialist on heather, secreting a cellophane-like lining in its underground nest cells. It is an important heathland indicator species.
Did You Know?
The cellophane-like substance it secretes to waterproof its nest cells is a unique biopolymer not found in any other group of animals.
Blue Mormon
A large, spectacular swallowtail butterfly with deep black wings overlaid with brilliant blue bands. It is one of the largest butterflies in India and the state butterfly of Maharashtra.
Did You Know?
The Blue Mormon is the state butterfly of Maharashtra and is protected under Indian wildlife law in certain states.